Carmel, IN vs Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Carmel
74.5
#579 nationally
Rancho Cucamonga
63
#1806 nationally
Carmel leads in cost of living index (108 vs 159). Rancho Cucamonga leads in walk score (41 vs 28). Carmel leads in average commute (23.5 min vs 33 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Carmel, IN | Rancho Cucamonga, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.5 (#579) | 63 (#1806) |
| Population | 104,776 | 174,405 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $580,014 | $788,806 |
| Median Household Income | $121,400 | $105,534 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 41 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 8.0 |
| School Rating | 9 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 159 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+6.1 | R+2.1 |
C
74.5 Score
Carmel, IN
Award-winning city planning meets Midwestern charm
Median Home
$580,014
Population
104,776
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A
Midwest
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D
63 Score
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$788,806
Population
174,405
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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